Important Updates on E-Travel in the Philippines

🔒Beware of fake e-travel websites that steal your information and charge fees. The official government website is ETTravel.gov.ph.

💻The registration process for e-travel now requires creating an account and submitting a picture of yourself.

🧳You can now do the Customs baggage declaration online, but it is not mandatory.

🗓️Foreign residents in the Philippines need to do the annual report, which can now be done virtually.

🚫Offloading is still a concern, so make sure to prepare and have the necessary documents when leaving the country.

Are there fake e-travel websites to be aware of?

—Yes, there are fake e-travel websites that steal your information and charge fees. The only official government website is ETTravel.gov.ph.

What are the changes to the e-travel registration process?

—Now, you need to create an account, verify your email, submit a picture of yourself, and provide your personal and passport details.

Is it mandatory to do the online Customs baggage declaration?

—No, it is not mandatory. You can choose to do it online or fill out the paper form when required.

Who needs to do the annual report for immigration updates?

—Foreign residents in the Philippines, such as foreign students and workers, need to do the annual report. Tourists and dual citizens are exempt.

Is offloading still a concern?

—Yes, offloading is still a concern when leaving the country. It is important to be well-prepared and have the necessary documents.

00:00Jennifer Terry provides important updates on e-travel in the Philippines.

02:32The registration process for e-travel now requires creating an account and submitting a picture of yourself.

04:01You can now do the Customs baggage declaration online, but it is not mandatory.

05:53Foreign residents in the Philippines need to do the annual report, which can now be done virtually.

07:28Offloading is still a concern, so make sure to prepare and have the necessary documents when leaving the country.